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386th AEW Photos

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AFCENT Airmen attend Army Rigger training

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Whitley Tobei, 294th Quartermaster Company, Detachment 3 shop foreman, inspects a low-cost high-velocity parachute rigging job following a rigger course in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 19, 2025. The 294th QM DET supports the CENTCOM AOR's airdrop missions by packing and rigging container delivery systems of humanitarian aid and combat support supplies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Kristen Pittman)
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AFCENT Airmen attend Army Rigger training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airmen Julian Solano-Bernal, 75th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, Mavaeao Tili, 26th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron AFE technician, and Jenna Stowe, 16th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron AFE technician, secure a container delivery system during an Army rigger training course in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 19, 2025. The five-day course culminated in an exercise requiring the Airmen to rig five container delivery systems in two hours, proving the capability to adequately prepare cargo for airdrop. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Kristen Pittman)
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AFCENT Airmen attend Army Rigger training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jenna Stowe, 16th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, unravels string during an Army rigger training course in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 19, 2025. The course, led by U.S. Army 294th Quartermaster Company, Detachment 3, covered low-cost low-velocity and low-cost high-velocity parachute rigging; both of which are able to support 2,200 lbs. of cargo per container delivery system. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Kristen Pittman)
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AFCENT Airmen attend Army Rigger training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Mavaeao Tili, 26th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, and Senior Airman Julian Solano-Bernal, 75th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron AFE technician, place a low-cost low-velocity parachute on a container delivery system during an Army rigger training course in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 19, 2025. The course, led by U.S. Army 294th Quartermaster Company, Detachment 3, covered low-cost low and low-cost high-velocity parachute rigging; both of which are able to support 2,200 lbs. of cargo per container delivery system. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Kristen Pittman)
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AFCENT Airmen attend Army Rigger training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Julian Solano-Bernal, 75th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, ties knots on a container delivery system during an Army rigger training course in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 19, 2025. Upon completion of the course, participating Airmen and Soldiers earned a certificate of completion and the ability to rig container delivery systems under a certified Army rigger's supervision, increasing the qualified manpower available to support CDS drop operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Kristen Pittman)
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AFCENT Airmen attend Army Rigger training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Evan Marlow, 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, holds cargo netting while Senior Airman Julian Solano-Bernal, 75th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron AFE technician, tapes the netting in place during an Army rigger training course in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 19, 2025. The course, led by U.S. Army 294th Quartermaster Company, Detachment 3, covered low-cost low and low-cost high-velocity parachute rigging; both of which are able to support 2,200 lbs. of cargo per container delivery system. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Kristen Pittman)
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AFCENT Airmen attend Army Rigger training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Mavaeao Tili, 26th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, unravels cord during an Army rigger training course in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 19, 2025. Twelve Airmen from across the AOR participated in the five-day course, which covered rigging low-cost high velocity and low-cost low-velocity parachutes onto container delivery systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Kristen Pittman)
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AFCENT Airmen attend Army Rigger training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman James Frazer, 391st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, loads water onto a container delivery system during an Army rigger training course in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 19, 2025. Twelve Airmen from across the AOR participated in the five-day course, which covered rigging low-cost high velocity and low-cost low-velocity parachutes onto container delivery systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Kristen Pittman)
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AFCENT Airmen attend Army Rigger training

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Johnson, 379th Expeditionary Aerial Port Squadron load planner, secures a container delivery system during a U.S. Army rigger training course in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 18, 2025. The training enhanced interoperability between deployed Soldiers and Airmen and increased readiness capabilities for aerial delivery support. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Kristen Pittman)
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AFCENT Airmen attend Army Rigger training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alan Hernandez-Montoya, 379th Expeditionary Aerial Port Squadron passenger services terminal technician, hands cord to a teammate during a U.S. Army rigger training course in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 18, 2025. The training enhanced interoperability between deployed Soldiers and Airmen and increased readiness capabilities for aerial delivery support. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Kristen Pittman)
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AFCENT Airmen attend Army Rigger training

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Whitley Tobei, 294th Quartermaster Company, Detachment 3 shop foreman, speaks to U.S. Airmen following a rigger course in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 19, 2025. The 294th QM DET supports the CENTCOM AOR's airdrop missions by packing and rigging container delivery systems of humanitarian aid and combat support supplies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Kristen Pittman)
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Noah Baity: Clearing the flight line, protecting the mission

Noah Baity, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services wildlife biologist, poses for a photo within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 17, 2025. The USDA-Air Force partnership allows dedicated specialists like Baity to focus solely on wildlife mitigation, ensuring sustained airfield readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. James Fritz)
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Noah Baity: Clearing the flight line, protecting the mission

Noah Baity, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services wildlife biologist, poses for a photo within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 17, 2025. The long-standing partnership between the USDA and U.S. Air Force ensures a coordinated approach to wildlife management that directly supports operational safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. James Fritz)
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Noah Baity: Clearing the flight line, protecting the mission

Noah Baity, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services wildlife biologist, poses for a photo within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 17, 2025. This collaboration highlights the critical role of interagency cooperation in maintaining secure airfields and protecting vital aviation assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. James Fritz)
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Noah Baity: Clearing the flight line, protecting the mission

Noah Baity, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services wildlife biologist, records observed bird species during a routine survey within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 17, 2025. Wildlife observations gathered during patrols help inform airfield management decisions and improve long-term mitigation strategies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. James Fritz)
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Noah Baity: Clearing the flight line, protecting the mission

Noah Baity, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services wildlife biologist, records observed bird species during a routine survey within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 17, 2025. Baity’s efforts support a proactive approach to flight line safety, aiming to reduce the risk of costly or dangerous bird strikes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. James Fritz)
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Noah Baity: Clearing the flight line, protecting the mission

Noah Baity, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services wildlife biologist, scans the area for bird activity during an early morning patrol within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 17, 2025. Baity works in partnership with the U.S. Air Force to support the Bird Aircraft Strike Hazard program, helping to mitigate wildlife threats that could impact aircraft and aircrew safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. James Fritz)
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Noah Baity: Clearing the flight line, protecting the mission

Noah Baity, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services wildlife biologist, scans the area for bird activity during an early morning patrol within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 17, 2025. By identifying attractants and implementing control measures, Baity plays a key role in preserving both mission capability and personnel safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mark Colmenares)
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386th AEW change of command: Chief Jendrzejewski

Chief Master Sgt. Dennis Jendrzejewski, 386th Air Expeditionary Wing command chief, connects with fellow 386th Marauders following a change of command ceremony within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 2, 2025. Jendrzejewski enlisted in 1989, graduating from the Air Force Security Police Academy as a security specialist before serving as an air transportation superintendent, operations superintendent and Squadron superintendent for 32nd Aerial Port Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Timothy Leddick)
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386th AEW change of command: Col. Stouffer

Col. Douglas Stouffer, 386th Air Expeditionary Wing commander, speaks to attendees during a change of command ceremony within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 2, 2025. Stouffer's track record throughout his career includes piloting 6,000 flying hours, 400 of which are combat hours, 12 years of active duty service and assignments as an instructor pilot, wing safety officer, flight examiner and director of operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Timothy Leddick)
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